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Hema Malini & Rekha: Sisterhood Started Before Screen
17 Jul
Summary
- Malini and Rekha's friendship began years before their on-screen collaborations.
- Both actresses' mothers shared the same birthday, January 3rd.
- Malini first saw Rekha as a mischievous child attending dance classes.
Hema Malini recently shared cherished memories of her profound friendship with fellow Bollywood icon Rekha, highlighting that their connection began long before they appeared together in films. Malini first observed Rekha as a child attending dance rehearsals in Chennai, describing her as a mischievous youngster difficult to keep track of.
Their bond deepened when Rekha later joined Hindi cinema. Malini recalled watching Rekha deliver a remarkable performance as Narad Muni in a dance ballet. This early encounter in their formative years laid the foundation for a lasting relationship.
The two actresses eventually shared the screen in several notable films, including 'Gora Aur Kala' (1972) and 'Dharmatma' (1975). During these collaborations, they revisited their shared past and strengthened their friendship.
Further cementing their connection, Malini revealed that both her mother and Rekha's mother, Pushpavalli, were born on January 3rd. Their families would celebrate this shared birthday together, creating warm and lasting memories.
